Crews working to clean up graffiti near downtown Seattle amid ‘Revive I-5’ closures

While Revive I-5 crews and contractors have been focused on replacing expansion joints on Interstate 5 this summer, they’ve also taken steps towards beautifying downtown Seattle.

A subcontractor has been working to paint over graffiti along I-5 near downtown Seattle and the SoDo neighborhood during the ongoing Revive I-5 closures, according to the Washington State Department of Transportation.

“Graffiti is an ongoing issue that’s dangerous for those engaged in the crime and a distraction for drivers. We try to address it as soon as possible to prevent additional graffiti in the area. (We also prioritize covering items that are obscene or offensive),” said WSDOT communications consultant Amy Moreno in a blog post. “It takes time to schedule safe closures, so we’re happy to combine forces this year along I-5.”

In just four weekends, crews have used nearly 200 gallons of paint to cover graffiti along I-5.

WSDOT says crews will continue to clean up graffiti during future weekend-long lane reductions on I-5 between Interstate 90 and Spokane Street.

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